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​The Counseling Department at Liberty High School strives to create young men and women who are well prepared to meet the challenges and high expectations of the 21st century. All Liberty students participate in rigorous curriculum and quality opportunities for self-directed personal growth supported by a comprehensive school counseling program. As productive citizens, our students achieve their maximum potential and make a positive difference in our school and community.

Suicide / Crisis Helpline:

Text 741741 if you or someone you know is depressed, suicidal, or just needing someone to talk to. A trained crisis counselor will immediately respond to help.

SAFEVOICE:

Safevoice is a system established by the Nevada Department of Education in 2018 to ANONYMOUSLY report the following concerns: bullying, cyberbullying, violence, weapons, depression, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, neglect, substance abuse, harassment, discrimination, and threats. If you or another individual has been a victim of any of the above, please call 1-833-216-7233.

AP Exam Registration:

Liberty students who are enrolled in Advanced Placement (AP) classes for the 2018-19 school year and who wish to take AP exams in the spring, please see the link below regarding College Board student accounts and AP exam registration (fees and deadlines):

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

Please note that school-wide daily ANNOUNCEMENTS can be seen online at the link below from any computer with internet access:

Information for seniors admitted to nevada state college (posted 2/13/19):

If you are a Liberty senior who plans on attending Nevada State College in the fall of 2019, please see the link below with important information regarding the "Next Steps" process (i.e. how to finalize your acceptance and get enrolled in classes), the MANDATORY new student orientation, accessing the MyNSC portal, Scorpion Preview Day, applying for financial aid, and MUCH MORE!

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITy (POSTED 2/12/19):

The 2019 Bill Walters Las Vegas Golf Hall of Fame Scholarship will be awarded to a Clark County, Nevada, high school senior who has participated in junior golf programs, tournaments, or a high school golf team. The scholarship may be used to attend a community college, college, university, trade or technical school. The deadline to apply is 4:00pm on April 2, 2019. For more information, please click on the link below:

NEvada youth legislature application (posted 2/12/19):

The Nevada Youth Legislature (NYL) was created by the Nevada Legislature during the 2007 Legislative Session. Legislators established the NYL to enable the state’s most promising teenagers to learn about government by participating in government. Currently, 21 Youth Legislators are serving two-year terms. On May 31, 2019, the terms of all 21 Youth Legislators will expire. Therefore, all 2019 appointments will be for two-year terms. Youth Legislators, selected by their State Senators, represent between 27,000 and 42,000 youth in their districts. They serve as a voice for the youth in their districts and constantly review and evaluate issues that affect our state’s young people. If you are interested in becoming a member of the Nevada Youth Legislature, click on the link below for more information. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2019.

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITies (POSTED 2/12/19):

Silver State Schools Credit Union will be awarding seven $2,000 scholarships to high school seniors around the valley. The application deadline is Friday, March 22, 2019. These scholarships are renewable for up to 4 years ($8,000 total) if a 3.0 is maintained each semester. For more information, please click on the links below:

ASVAB Exam registration (posted 2/11/19):

Liberty High School will be offering the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) exam on Wednesday, March 20, 2019 here at school to any current Liberty 10th, 11th, or 12th grader. To register to take the exam, please click on the "Register Here" link below. For more information about the ASVAB exam, click on the "About the ASAB" link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 2/07/19):

The Picerne Family Scholarship will be awarded to a Liberty High School senior in Clark County, Nevada, with a minimum 3.0 GPA who are planning to attend college full time, have demonstrated civic leadership, community service and are a true “over-achiever”. This $10,000 scholarship ($1,250/semester renewable and payable over 8 semesters), is meant for a deserving student who is pursuing a dream, but without this support, may not have the chance. Scholarship funds must be applied toward tuition, fees and other appropriate educational expenses. For more information (and to apply), please click on the link below. The deadline to apply is February 18, 2019.

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 2/06/19):

The Tenth annual Spirit of Nevada Scholarship Contest is now open. Four $1000 scholarships will be awarded (one in each category). The theme for this year is "Home Means Nevada" and the four categories are:

A video (maximum 60 seconds, includes film, animation, etc.)

An original work of art (includes painting, sculpture, cartoon, etc.)

A short story or poem (maximum 2,000 words)

An original song or musical production (maximum 60 seconds)

Click on the link below for more information (and scroll down the page to the Spirit of Nevada Scholarship section). All rules and submission guidelines must be followed and all waivers and submission forms must be included to be considered. The deadline to apply is April 26, 2019.

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 2/04/19):

Clark County resident, retired teacher and guidance counselor, Sal Catanese has sponsored a scholarship through the National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) called the Salvatore “Sal” Catanese Clark County Scholarship. The scholarship(between $2,500 and $12,000) will be awarded to an outstanding Italian American incoming freshman who is a graduate of a high school located in Clark County, Nevada. To be considered for the scholarship, applicants MUST:

Be a member of NIAF or have a parent, guardian or grandparent who is a member of NIAF.

Be enrolled in a US accredited institution of higher education for the Fall 2019 semester.

Have a grade-point average of at least 3.5 out of 4.0 (or the equivalent). Some scholarships require a lower GPA requirement for eligibility. Students that are a part of a pass-fail system are also welcome to apply.

Be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien.

For the purposes of the NIAF Scholarship Program, to be considered “Italian American,” the student must have at least one ancestor who has immigrated from Italy.

The deadline to apply is March 1, 2019. To apply (or for more information), please click on the link below):

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 1/23/19):

All graduating seniors who identify as "Asian" or "Asian-American" are welcome to apply for the Las Vegas Asian Chamber Foundation Scholarship. Information regarding the scholarship (along with the scholarship application) can be found at the links below. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2019.

ACCess college & career fair (posted 1/18/19):

All High School Students, Parents, and Staff are cordially invited to attend the FREEACCESS College & Career Fair Spring into Vegas event on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 from 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Western High School. Colleges, Universities, Career Awareness Organizations, and Employers locally and from across the country will be on hand to discuss college admissions, financial aid and scholarship info, career and technical trade opportunities, summer job andinternship offerings, and so much more. Students who plan on attending should register at the link below to receive and ACCF barcode for quick and easy communication by participating college and career exhibitors.

Clark county summer business institute 2019 (posted 1/15/19):

Beginning Wednesday, Jan. 2, qualifying high school students can apply online for paid summer internships through Clark County's popular Summer Business Institute Program (SBI). Clark County's Human Resources Department will make applications available on its website beginning Wednesday. Applications must be submitted online no later than 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 8. No paper applications will be distributed or accepted. SBI is a partnership between Clark County, the Clark County School District and more than 80 area businesses. To be eligible to apply for the 2019 program, students must be sophomores, juniors or seniors with a minimum 2.0 grade point average. The program offers eight-week internships in fields ranging from law and medicine to architecture and education. Teen participants gain work experience and on-the-job business mentoring as part of the program. Students requiring assistance completing the application online may contact their local high school counselor's office or Clark County Human Resources Department at (702) 455-4565. For more information contact SBI Program Specialist Kaveida Allen at (702) 455-2426 or SBI Program Supervisor John Hulme in the County's Human Resources Department at (702) 455-3198. County staff anticipate selecting 130 Clark County students for the program, which runs from June through mid-August. Participants are paid $8.25 an hour to work eight-hour days Monday through Thursday. On Fridays, interns attend seminars and workshops to receive training on topics such as life skills and personal finance and to participate in a civic engagement project. To apply, please go to the link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY for dreamers (POSTED 1/15/19):

TheDream.US, the nation’s largest college access program for immigrant youth who are DACA, TPS, or DACA-eligible, opened its new round of scholarship applications for the 2019-20 academic year on November 1, 2018. TheDream.US has provided more than 4,000 scholarships to students who are attending one of the more than 75 colleges and universities in 15 states and Washington, D.C. The application deadline for the Opportunity Scholarship Award, which provides scholarships up to $80,000 for first-time college students, is January 31, 2019. The application deadline for the National Scholarship Award, which offers scholarships up to $33,000 for high school or first-time college students and community college graduates, is February 28, 2019. For more information (and to apply), please click on the link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 1/15/19):

The Jackie Robinson Foundation and TheDream.US partner with the College Board to increase scholarship opportunities for eligible students who’ve taken the PSAT. No one succeeds in college alone. That’s why the Jackie Robinson Foundationoffers promising minority students a generous four-year grant to assist with college costs as well as a support network of fellow scholars, alumni, and professional mentors to help them excel in college and beyond. The application deadline is February 1, 2019. Please click on the link below to apply:

Updated CCSD Scholarship website (posted 1/15/18):

The CCSD Office of Guidance and Counseling has updated its scholarship website. Please click on the link below to access their site which has information regarding:- Current national and local scholarships- Public Education Foundation scholarships- The Millennium Scholarship- Scholarship Search Engines- Scholarships for LGBTQ students- Scholarships for minority students- Scholarships for DACA / Dreamers / undocumented students- Scholarships for students who plan on attending CSN or NSC

The priority deadline for Nevada State College is on January 15, 2019. Seniors - especially those who qualify for an academic scholarship - must have their NSC application completed (and paid for) and their FAFSA submitted by that date. Information about scholarships that NSC offers can be found at the links below. For more information (or questions), please contact Ms. Argie Mendoza at (702)992-2175 or by email at argie.mendoza@nsc.edu

Latino youth leadership conference (posted 1/10/19):

Applications for the 2019 Latino Youth Leadership Conference to be held June 24-30, 2019 at UNLV are now being accepted. The program is open to all high school (to be) juniors and seniors. The deadline to apply is March 22, 2019. For more information, please see the link below:

UNLV Spring 2019 STEM Program for high school students (posted 1/9/19):

SISTEM is a series of talks and activities that gives high school students the opportunity to learn about various STEM careers and research. The program is free for students. In order to apply for SISTEM, applicants must be high school students in Southern Nevada. Students should be committed to attending all the sessions. Applications for the program will be accepted until February 20, 2019.If accepted, students will be notified by March 1, 2019. The series will be held in the Science and Engineering Building on the UNLV campus. (4505 S Maryland Pkwy, Las Vegas, NV 89154).

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITy (POSTED 1/9/19):

The Nevada Telecommunications Association (NTA) Scholarship is designed for dependent children of customers of the Association's member local exchange telephone companies. Seniors graduating from a Nevada high school and enrolling a college or vocational school are eligible to apply for the $1000 scholarship. The deadline to apply is April 15, 2019. Please see the link below for more information.

Les Femmes Douze Debutante Scholarship Program is now recruiting participants for it's 2020 scholarship program. Applicants should be current 11th grade female students (who identify as black or African-American) who are on track to graduate from high school and attend college in the fall of 2020. The program's goals are to mentor young women and provide opportunities for them to grow personally, academically, and culturally. Additionally, Les Femmes Douze promotes the essence of sisterhood and instills the value of community service. The deadline to apply is February 22, 2019. Please see the application details at the link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP opportunity for dreamers (POSTED 1/7/19):

Nevada State College has partnered with TheDream.US to provide full-ride scholarship opportunity to NSC for DACA and undocumented students (who meet DACA eligibility requirements and who graduate from high school with a 2.5 GPA or higher). The deadline to apply is February 28, 2019. For more information, see the links below:

ACT Spring Weekend Bootcamp at Liberty (posted 12/16/18):

Liberty will be hosting a three day intensive weekend bootcamp for its students Friday, February 18th through Sunday, February 10th. For more information, please click on the button below. Scholarships are available for students with financial difficulties. These students are encouraged to see their Liberty counselor.

*NEW* COllege & SCHOLARSHIP search engine (posted 12/13/18):

UNIGO s a FREE website that not only connects high school students to over $3.6 million in scholarship money annually, BUT also provides over six hundred and fifty thousand reviews of colleges and universities, college matching services, expert admissions advice, and tons of information about various options to help students pay for college. For more information about UNIGO and the FREE services that they provide, please click on the link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (POSTED 12/13/18):

HEAN (Hispanic Educators Association of NV) in conjunction with Ronald McDonald Charities offer a $1,000 scholarship to Hispanic/Latino students who are pursuing education as their college major. Students must apply through the Ronald McDonald Charities link below and complete an additional essay, 500 words or less: "Why do you want to become a teacher? What will you, as a Hispanic teacher offer your students that others cannot?" Other criteria: Have at least one parent of Hispanic/Latino heritage, have a minimum 3.0 GPA, demonstrate financial need, and declare a major in education. The deadline is January 19, 2019. Questions may be directed to Diana Gonzalez at gonzad2@nv.ccsd.net, 702-799-8888 ext. 4302.

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITy for students going to unlv next year to study computer science & computer engineering (POSTED 12/11/18):

UNLV is delighted to launch a new program designed to increase the number of STEM graduates with academic talent and financial need. The Las Vegas Scholars Program: For Computer Science & Computer Engineering Students is funded by a $650,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. Eligible students include current high school seniors who will be incoming freshman at UNLV in Fall 2019. In addition, the student must: (1) declare a major of computer science or computer engineering; (2) be accepted into UNLV’s College of Engineering as a full time student; (3) demonstrate financial need; and (4) have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (for a complete list of eligibility, please see website under eligibility). To apply, students must submit the following: (1) an online application to the UNLV Las Vegas Scholars Program; (2) an unofficial high school transcripts; (3) two letters of recommendation; and (4) a personal statement. Benefits include 1.) receiving up to $6,200 in an annual scholarship per student for up to 4 years, and 2.) learning how to bridge the gap between high school, work, and college expectations by participating in a one-month summer bridge program where students will meet new friends, learn about the department and campus, and earn 6 college credits towards their university degree. For more information about the program and application process, please visit the link below. The application deadline is January 14, 2019.

NVLA Spring Enrollment NOW Open (posted 11/15/18):

Nevada Learning Academy (NVLA) of CCSD is now accepting concurrent registration for its Spring 2019 course offerings. Students who wish to enroll in a class (or classes) at NVLA for next semester are encouraged to see their Liberty counselor as soon as possible.

The ASVAB ExaM (posted 11/13/18):

Liberty High School will be offering the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) exam on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 here at school to any current Liberty 11th or 12th grader who is interested in taking the exam. For more information about the exam, please click on the link on the LEFT below. To register to take the exam at Liberty on December 12th, please click on the link on the RIGHT below. (The deadline to register is Friday, November 30th.)

Free online test prep for liberty students (posted 11/11/18):

Liberty HS subscribes to a FREE online test-prep service for its students. Liberty students can use this service to study for and do practice tests for the ACT, SAT, PSAT, and ASVAB exams. To access this FREE online resource, please see the link below:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 11/11/18):

Bertoldo, Baker, Carter & Smith Law Firm is pleased toannounce the BBC&S Scholarship Essay Contest for seniors in Clark County School District Nevada with an interest in law or a related field of study planning to attend a college/university full time. One scholarship in the amount of $3,000 will be awarded. Applicants must submit an current unofficial transcript, resume, and complete an essay. The deadline to apply is January 31, 2019. Please click on the link below for more information / to apply:

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY (POSTED 11/11/18):

The Green Ambassador Program(a partnership between CCSD School-Community Partnership Program, recycling vendors, and others) is pleased to offer scholarships for up to $1000 each. High School seniors with interest and action in environmental programs, clubs, education, awareness, or related may apply. Applicants must be seniors in a CCSD high school, complete the application and a one page essay, submit an official transcript, and submit one letter of recommendation. The deadline to apply is March 9, 2019. Application information can be found at the link below:

*New* scholarship opportunity (posted 11/5/18):

The office of Service Learning & Leadership at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas would like to to invite graduating high school seniors to apply for the UNLV Engelstad Scholarship Program. The scholarship recognizes incoming undergraduates at UNLV who are low-income, high-achieving, and committed to giving back to their community. Below you will find a scholarship flyer that contains information about the program, eligibility requirements and the link to the Engelstad Scholarship Application Form. We encourage students to complete the application by the priority deadline of December 1, 2018 for Fall 2019 enrollment into the program. After this priority deadline, the first pool of applicants will be reviewed and interviews granted to qualified students. If there are remaining spots in the program after the initial review, late applications may be reviewed; therefore, students are still encouraged to apply even if they miss the priority deadline. We hope that students will take advantage of this significant scholarship opportunity at UNLV. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to email them to engelstadscholars@unlv.edu or contact the Program Coordinator for the Engelstad Scholars Program at (702) 895-5608.

Liberty HS Graduation Date 2019 (posted 10/29/18):

Liberty High School's Class of 2019 Commencement ceremony will be held at 12:00pm (noon) on Wednesday, May 29, 2019 at the Orleans Arena. All questions regarding graduation should be directed to Mrs. Susan Branigan at branisa@nv.ccsd.net or by phone at (702)799-2270 extension 4206.

2019-2020 CBXY German Youth Exchange Program (Posted 10/24/18):

Applications are now being accepted for the 2019-20 Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program. Selected American high school students will receive an all-expenses-paid year abroad in Germany studying at a German high school and living with a German host family. Knowledge of German is NOT REQUIRED. This program is sponsored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. For more information (including eligibility requirements) and to apply, please visit the website below. The deadline to apply is December 11, 2018.

*NEW* SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT (POSTED 10/22/18):

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Las Vegas is proud to award scholarships through its 2019 RMHC of Greater Las Vegas Scholarship Program. For more information about the scholarship (including eligibility and deadlines), please click on the link to the LEFT below. To apply, please click on the link to the RIGHT below. The deadline to apply is January 18, 2019.

*FREE* ACT prep classes for 11th graders (posted 10/17/18):

Liberty will be hosting FREE ACT prep classes for any interested 11th graders AFTER SCHOOL (from 1:20 - 2:20pm) on Tuesdays and Thursdays (starting Tuesday, October 16th) in room 200. For more information, click on the flyer below (far left):

Semper Fidelis all-american program (posted 10/15/18):

Proudly presented by the United States Marine Corps, the Semper Fidelis All-American Program recognizes high school students who face life’s battles with the conviction and determination to succeed. These students embody the same fighting spirit that Marines stand for by taking on the challenges of succeeding academically while bettering their communities and excelling in athletics and extracurricular activities. Semper Fidelis All-Americans will receive an all-expenses paid trip to attend the four-day Battles Won Academy, held in Washington D.C. in July 2019. There they will participate in daily workouts, an immersive Marine Corps experience on base in Quantico, a community service event, teambuilding outings, and a tour of our Nation’s Capital. Semper Fidelis All-Americans will also have the opportunity to network with an elite circle of speakers from all walks of life and various industries who will share their inspiring stories of fighting and winning battles in their own lives. Each All-American will be given the opportunity to invite a mentor of their choosing from their school, sports team or a community organization to attend the event alongside them. Throughout the weekend’s activities, students and mentors will be required to step out of their normal comfort zones, and all attendees should be prepared to participate in a high level of physical activity. Finally, becoming a Semper Fidelis-All American will make students eligible for select scholarship opportunities only available to program participants. To be eligible to participate in the program, applicants must:

Be a Junior in High School

Have a 3.5 or higher GPA on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent

Be active in community service

Play a competitive team sport

Hold a student or community leadership position

Students will be selected for the program based on moral character and academic performance in addition to athletic abilities. Most critically, nominees must demonstrate a fighting spirit that improves the lives of their fellow citizens. For more information (or to nominate yourself or a Liberty student), please see the link below:

Hixson-Lied success Scholars Program at UNLV (posted 10/5/18):

The application for the 2019-2020 Hixson-Lied Success Scholars Program at UNLV is now open. This is a four year scholarship program, with students receiving $2500 each year, pending they fulfill the program attendance, service, and GPA requirements. This scholarship program was created so all students can have a meaningful, educational opportunity to pursue their undergraduate degree, and we hope to continue to help more students on their individual journeys to graduation from UNLV. students are selected based on UNLV admission requirements (must be admitted to UNLV), FAFSA pell grant eligibility, residency status, references, and an essay demonstrating a challenge they have overcome. There is no GPA requirement to apply, other than being admissible to UNLV. For more information (and to apply), please click on the link below. The deadline to apply is April 22, 2019.

Liberty Lunch groups (posted 10/4/18):

This year the Liberty High School Safe School Professional (Mrs. Kimberly Kerr) will be running small counseling groups for students struggling with:- low self-esteem- severe anxiety- developing coping skills, motivation, and social skillsThe small groups will be offered during lunch periods starting Wednesday, October 24th (and will continue for several weeks, as needed). (*Participants will be allowed to either get their lunch in the cafeteria before the group starts and eat it during the group session OR bring their lunch with them from home.) If you believe that your Liberty student could benefit from participation in this group, than please do the following:1.) Email or call Ms. Kerr (at cyrky@nv.ccsd.net or 799-2270 ext 4350) to sign him or her up / get more information2.) Turn in to her a completed (and signed) Consent for Services form below. (Students can also get copies of this form from Mrs. Kerr directly in the Dean's Office.)

*New Scholarship Announcement* (Posted 8/30/18):

Please click on the link below for the application for the 2019 Las Vegas Southwest Rotary Club Academic Scholarship. This scholarship (in the amount of $9,600) will be awarded to one CCSD graduating Senior who plans on attending a Nevada public college or university next fall. The deadline to apply is April 1, 2019. For more information about eligibility requirements (and to apply), click on the link below:

College Visits to Liberty 18-19 (Posted 8/29/18):

For a complete list of colleges and universities that will be visiting Liberty this school year (including dates and times), please click on the link below. Students must sign up for to attend college visits at least twenty-four hours in advance in the Counseling Office. Space is based on availability. ​

FREE tutoring at Clark county public libraries (posted 8/21/18):

ACT & SAT Test dates for the 2018-19 school year (posted 5/1/18):

Click on the link below to see when the ACT and SAT exams will be given at Liberty High School for the 2018-19 school year. Students can sign up to take either exam at the ACT and SAT websites choosing Liberty as their testing location. Students who qualify for Free or Reduced Lunch (FRL) are eligible to get fee waivers to cover the cost of taking each exam TWICE. (FRL students should see their counselors for these fee waivers.)

Free College Application Tool (POSTED 9/25/17):

With the college application season upon us AND the FAFSA registration starting soon (on October 1st for the 2018-2019 school year), we wanted to inform you of a new tool that could be of great interest (and assistance) to you. Up Next is a FREE, evidence-based texting tool that offers personalized support on all things related to college access and completion - college search and application, federal student aid, even student loan repayment - all through texting. It is quick and easy to download the app, enroll, and is (again) completely FREE. Moreover, the company won't spam users with unnecessary messages or ads and will only share the most important reminders to keep students and parents on track to college. To learn more about Up Next and to enroll, please see the link below:

SEnior fines:

Attention 2018 Graduates! As part of your graduation requirement, it is your responsibility to be debt-free in order to participate in Senior Activities, including Graduation. Don’t miss out walking with your class! Please see the school banker to inquire if you have accrued any debt due CCSD. All debts are payable by cash only. The banker is available before school, at each lunch, and after school until 2 p.m. daily.

Tutoring:

Infinite Campus Parent portal:

Parents and students can create accounts with Infinite Campus in order to monitor student academic progress and attendance. To set-up an account for you or your student, please see Ms. Jennifer Skelly at the Reception Desk at Liberty High School. She can also be reached by phone at 702-799-2270 extension 4000 or by email at jskelly@interact.ccsd.net .

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